AB Works – Terms and Conditions
Effective date: 16 October 2026
Revised date: 21 October 3036
Website: https://www.ab-works.co.uk
1. Introduction
These Terms and Conditions govern your use of the AB Works website, www.ab-works.co.uk.
Throughout these terms, “AB Works”, “we”, “us” and “our” refer to the business operating the website. “You” and “your” refer to any person visiting or using the website.
By accessing this website, you agree to comply with these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with them, please discontinue use of the website.
These terms apply to the use of the website and its published content. They do not, by themselves, form a contract for boatbuilding, repair, restoration, consultancy or other professional services. Any work commissioned from AB Works will be subject to a separate agreement, quotation or written confirmation setting out the relevant scope, responsibilities and commercial terms.
2. About AB Works
AB Works provides boatbuilding, marine repair and restoration services, together with technical consultancy and engineering support.
Our areas of experience include traditional timber construction, glass-reinforced plastic (GRP), advanced composite materials, component development and practical project support.
The website provides general information about our capabilities, services and selected projects. The availability and scope of any service will depend on the requirements of the individual project and will be confirmed through direct discussion.
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3. Use of the website
You may use this website for lawful purposes, including learning about our services, reviewing published project information and contacting us about potential work.
When using the website, you agree not to:
- Use it for any unlawful, fraudulent or malicious purpose.
- Attempt to gain unauthorised access to the website, its hosting environment or associated systems.
- Introduce viruses, malicious code or other harmful material.
- Interfere with the operation, security or availability of the website.
- Use automated systems to extract website content in a manner that infringes our rights or disrupts the website.
- Submit information that you know to be false, misleading or unlawful.
We reserve the right to take reasonable steps to protect the website, its users and our business against misuse.
4. Website information and accuracy
We aim to ensure that the information published on this website is accurate, relevant and useful. However, website content is provided for general information and may not always reflect the latest developments, materials, techniques, regulations or service availability.
Descriptions of our services, experience and previous projects are intended to illustrate our capabilities. They do not constitute a guarantee that an identical solution, specification, result or timescale will be appropriate or achievable for another project.
We may update, amend or remove website content when necessary. We do not guarantee that every page will remain available or that all information will be continuously updated.
Nothing in this section excludes or limits any legal responsibility that cannot lawfully be excluded or limited.
5. Technical information and consultancy
Information published on this website about boatbuilding, repairs, materials, composites, engineering and construction methods is intended for general guidance.
The suitability of any material, design, repair method or construction technique depends on the specific circumstances, including the condition and intended use of the structure, loading, environment, manufacturing methods and applicable safety requirements.
Website information should not be treated as a substitute for a project-specific technical assessment, professional inspection or competent engineering advice.
Before undertaking work that could affect the structural integrity, safety or seaworthiness of a vessel, vehicle, component or other structure, you should establish the appropriate requirements and seek qualified advice where necessary.
Any technical consultancy provided by AB Works will be governed by the agreed scope of work. Unless expressly included in that agreement, general website information does not constitute a project-specific assessment, design approval, certification or guarantee of performance.
6. Enquiries, quotations and services
Submitting an enquiry through the website, by email or by telephone does not, by itself, create a contract or oblige either party to proceed with a project.
Where appropriate, AB Works may request further information, arrange an initial discussion, assess the requirements or prepare a quotation.
Any quotation will be subject to its stated scope, assumptions, exclusions, price, validity period and other conditions.
Before work begins, the parties should agree the relevant arrangements, which may include:
- The work to be undertaken and the intended deliverables.
- The responsibilities of AB Works and the client.
- Materials, equipment, access and facilities to be provided.
- Fees, payment arrangements and any applicable deposits.
- Estimated schedules and project milestones.
- Changes to the agreed work and how additional costs will be approved.
- Inspection, acceptance, handover and any applicable warranties.
- Cancellation, postponement and termination arrangements.
No service is guaranteed to be available until the relevant arrangements have been confirmed.
7. Client responsibilities
Where you commission services from AB Works, you are responsible for providing accurate and relevant information about the project, including any known defects, previous repairs, material specifications, intended use and applicable restrictions.
You should also disclose any relevant safety concerns, hazardous materials, access limitations or other conditions that may affect the work.
Where agreed, you are responsible for providing suitable access, facilities, documentation, permissions and materials that fall within your obligations.
If a project requirement changes, or new information becomes available that could affect the work, both parties should discuss the implications before proceeding with the affected work.
Specific responsibilities will be determined by the agreement for the individual project.
8. Intellectual property and website content
Unless otherwise stated, the text, photographs, graphics, branding, diagrams, illustrations and other original content published on this website belong to AB Works or are used with permission or under an appropriate licence.
These materials are protected by applicable intellectual property laws.
You may view the website and refer to its content for personal, educational or legitimate business enquiries. You must not reproduce, republish, distribute, commercially exploit or modify substantial parts of the website content without obtaining the relevant permission, unless permitted by law.
You may not use the AB Works name, logo or branding in a way that suggests endorsement, partnership or authorisation without our written consent.
Ownership and permitted use of drawings, designs, technical documents, photographs, reports and other materials produced during a commissioned project will be determined by the relevant project agreement. Nothing in these website terms transfers ownership of project-specific intellectual property.
9. Project photographs, case studies and confidentiality
Information and photographs relating to previous projects are published to illustrate experience and areas of capability.
Some projects may be subject to confidentiality obligations, non-disclosure agreements or restrictions imposed by clients or other parties. Accordingly, not all work undertaken by AB Works can be described or displayed publicly.
We will not intentionally publish confidential client information where doing so would breach an applicable confidentiality obligation.
If you engage AB Works, the handling and disclosure of project information will be governed by any applicable confidentiality agreement and the terms agreed for that engagement.
You should not send confidential, commercially sensitive or restricted information through a general website enquiry unless you are comfortable doing so and appropriate arrangements are in place. Please contact us first if you need to discuss a confidential project.
10. Third-party websites and resources
This website may contain links to external websites, manufacturers, suppliers, professional resources or other third-party services.
These links are provided for convenience or information. AB Works does not control external websites and is not responsible for their content, availability, security or privacy practices.
A link to a third-party website does not necessarily imply endorsement of its products, services or opinions.
You should review the relevant third party’s terms, privacy information and product specifications before relying on its content or entering into a transaction.
11. Website availability and security
We make reasonable efforts to maintain the website, but we cannot guarantee uninterrupted access or that it will always operate without errors.
Access may occasionally be suspended or restricted for maintenance, updates, security measures or circumstances beyond our reasonable control.
You are responsible for using appropriate security measures on your own devices and for ensuring that any information you submit through the website is suitable for the method of communication used.
Nothing in these terms guarantees that the website will be free from all technical faults, interruptions or security threats.
12. Limitation of liability
To the extent permitted by applicable law, AB Works shall not be responsible for losses arising solely from a visitor’s decision to rely on general website information without obtaining any further assessment or advice that the circumstances reasonably require.
We are not responsible for losses caused by third-party websites or services that we do not control, or by interruptions arising from circumstances beyond our reasonable control.
However, nothing in these terms excludes or limits liability where such exclusion or limitation would be unlawful. In particular, these terms do not exclude or limit liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence, fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation, or any other liability that cannot lawfully be excluded or limited.
Where you commission services from AB Works, any applicable limitations of liability will be set out in the relevant service agreement and must comply with applicable law.
Nothing in these terms affects your statutory rights as a consumer.
13. Privacy and personal information
When you contact AB Works or use this website, we may process personal information in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Our Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, why we collect it, how it is used and the rights available to you under applicable data protection law.
You can access the Privacy Policy through the relevant link on the website.
These Terms and Conditions should be read alongside the Privacy Policy, which addresses personal information rather than the general conditions governing website use.
14. Changes to these Terms and Conditions
We may revise these Terms and Conditions when necessary to reflect changes to the website, our business activities or applicable legal requirements.
The latest version will be published on this page with its effective date.
Changes will apply to website use from the date they take effect. A revision to these website terms will not automatically change an existing service agreement; changes to a commissioned project will be handled in accordance with the relevant agreement and applicable law.
We recommend reviewing this page periodically.
15. Complaints and dispute resolution
If you have a concern about the website or a service provided by AB Works, please contact us in the first instance so that we can understand the issue and consider an appropriate response.
Where the concern relates to commissioned work, any agreed complaints procedure or dispute resolution provisions in the relevant service agreement will also apply.
We will aim to deal with concerns constructively and fairly. Nothing in these terms prevents you from exercising any legal rights or seeking independent advice.
16. Governing law and jurisdiction
These Terms and Conditions, and any non-contractual obligations arising in connection with them, are governed by the laws of England and Wales, subject to any mandatory legal protections that apply to you.
The courts of England and Wales will have jurisdiction where appropriate, without removing any rights a consumer may have to bring proceedings in another court with jurisdiction under applicable law.
17. Contact AB Works
If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, the website or the services described on it, please contact AB Works using the contact details provided on our Contact page.
AB Works
Website: https://www.ab-works.co.uk
Email:
Telephone: 07721893334
We welcome enquiries about boatbuilding, marine repairs and restoration, composite engineering, technical consultancy and project support.